NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a pre-adolescent client in skeletal Dunlop traction. Which nursing intervention is appropriate for this child?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Make certain the child is maintained in correct body alignment. Proper alignment ensures effective traction and prevents complications.
Extract:
The child with PKU is encouraged to eat food such as
Question 2 of 5
Meat and poultry.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In PKU, the absence of hepatic enzyme phenylalanine hydroxylase prevents normal metabolism of phenylalanine, and a low-phenylalanine diet is essential to prevent mental retardation.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is working with a person who was just diagnosed with diabetes mellitus Type 2. What should the nurse teach the client first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dietary management is foundational for Type 2 diabetes control, often sufficient initially. Insulin may not be needed, and symptoms/complications are secondary.
Question 4 of 5
When using restraints for an agitated/aggressive patient, which of the following statements should NOT influence the nurse's actions during this intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The need for restraints is based on the patient’s behavior and safety risk, not their voluntary/involuntary status. Institutional policies (
A), competence (B, requiring guardian consent if incompetent), and the care plan (D, ensuring least restrictive measures) all guide restraint use.
Extract:
A 45-year-old patient is overweight and would like to start a jogging program.
Question 5 of 5
When the nurse was informed, the most appropriate advised would be:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A physical examination ensures safety before starting an exercise program, especially for an overweight patient.